How To Fix DMEE_PAYMFORMAT403 - Field Type 1 is selected; delimiters have to be set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMEE_PAYMFORMAT - Messages for DMEE Payment Formats

• Message number: 403

• Message text: Field Type 1 is selected; delimiters have to be set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT403 - Field Type 1 is selected; delimiters have to be set ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT403 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the DMEE (Data Medium Exchange Engine) format for payment files. Specifically, it suggests that when Field Type 1 (which typically refers to a field that requires delimiters) is selected, the necessary delimiters have not been set up correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Field Type Configuration: The error arises when a field that requires delimiters (Field Type 1) is configured without specifying the required delimiters. This can happen if the DMEE format tree is not properly set up.
  Missing Delimiters: The delimiters (such as commas, semicolons, etc.) that separate the fields in the output file are not defined in the DMEE configuration.
  Incorrect DMEE Format: The DMEE format might be incorrectly defined or incomplete, leading to this error when generating payment files.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DMEE_PAYMFORMAT403 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access DMEE Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code DMEE in SAP.
  
  
  
  Check the Format Tree:
  
  Open the relevant DMEE format tree that you are using for payment processing.
  Navigate to the specific node where Field Type 1 is defined.
  
  
  
  Set Delimiters:
  
  Ensure that the delimiters are correctly defined for the fields that require them. This can usually be done by selecting the field and specifying the delimiter in the properties or settings of that field.
  If you are using a specific delimiter (like a comma or semicolon), make sure it is set in the appropriate field.
  
  
  
  Validate the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, validate the DMEE format tree to ensure there are no other errors or warnings.
  You can use the "Check" function in the DMEE transaction to validate the configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Payment File Generation:
  
  Once the delimiters are set, try generating the payment file again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Help:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct delimiters or configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with a colleague who has experience with DMEE configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  DMEE Documentation: SAP provides documentation on how to configure DMEE formats, which can be helpful in understanding the various field types and their requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance on DMEE configurations.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be a good resource for finding solutions to similar issues faced by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DMEE_PAYMFORMAT403 error and successfully generate your payment files.